Senior Associate Director, Talent & Careers — Finance Sector – Employer Partnerships - IE University

<h2>Overview</h2>Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE University, a globally recognized institution with five prestigious schools, is seeking a passionate, strategic, and results-driven <strong>Senior Associate Director</strong> to lead Employer Partnerships for the <strong>Finance sector</strong> within the Talent &amp; Careers team. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping, managing, and expanding IE’s <strong>Finance employer ecosystem</strong>, with a strong focus on <strong>boosting employability</strong> across finance sub-verticals and driving meaningful connections between top talent and leading organizations.  <strong>Why IE University?</strong>With 50 years of experience and founded by and for entrepreneurs, IE University has turned business education on its head through disruptive teaching. We count on high-level faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands-on approach to learning.   <strong>Our Purpose</strong>At IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation.As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world. We provide them with the skills, knowledge and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education. And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.   <strong>Our People </strong>At IE we are: <ul> <li>People-driven</li> <li>Change Builders</li> <li>Autonomy Enthusiasts</li> <li>Communication Enthusiasts</li> <li>Knowledge Champions</li> </ul>We are looking for a person to join a full-time position in <strong>Madrid - IE Tower.</strong>  <h2>Responsibilities</h2> <strong>Your role as a Senior Associate Director will involve:</strong>  <p><strong>1. Employer Partnerships Strategy &amp; Business Development</strong></p> <ul> <li>Design and execute a <strong>sector strategy segmented by Finance sub-verticals</strong> (Investment Banking, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Asset Management, Corporate Finance, Wealth Management, FinTech, Real Estate Finance, etc.).</li> <li>Identify market gaps and proactively <strong>generate demand for IE talent</strong> through targeted employer engagement.</li> <li>Create and maintain robust <strong>Account Plans</strong> for strategic employers, ensuring visibility on pipelines, planned actions, performance metrics, and opportunities by program.</li> <li>Conduct market analysis to anticipate hiring trends and ensure alignment with employer needs.</li> </ul> <p><strong>2. Employer Ecosystem Management &amp; Expansion</strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage and expand a diverse portfolio of Finance organizations—from global institutions to niche boutiques.</li> <li>Build strong, consultative relationships with recruiters, hiring managers, and senior leadership across the sector.</li> <li>Conduct regular employer visits and lead strategic meetings that uncover new collaboration opportunities.</li> <li>Represent IE University nationally and internationally at conferences, corporate visits, and sector events (approx. 30% travel expected).</li> </ul> <p><strong>3. Talent Activation &amp; Placement Support</strong></p> <ul> <li>Partner closely with <strong>Career Education</strong> and <strong>Program Management</strong> teams to align talent preparation with employer expectations.</li> <li>Collaborate in crafting <strong>career narratives by program and profile</strong>, ensuring relevance to the specific needs of each Finance sub-vertical.</li> <li>Identify high-potential candidates for key recruiting processes and facilitate introductions between students and employers.</li> <li>Provide employers with visibility on the talent pipeline across master’s and bachelor’s programs.</li> </ul> <p><strong>4. Events, Marketing &amp; Employer Engagement</strong></p> <ul> <li>Design and execute high-impact recruiting and networking events (Company Presentations, Talent Forums, Treks, technical workshops, roundtables, etc.).</li> <li>Partner with Marketing to develop targeted communication strategies and campaigns by Finance sub-vertical.</li> <li>Monitor employer engagement KPIs and conversion outcomes to guide strategic decisions.</li> <li>Ensure an exceptional employer experience across all touchpoints.</li> </ul> <p><strong>5. E</strong><strong>P Team leadership and M</strong><strong>anagement</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the EP Finance Team, composed of 3 FTEs, commercially with energy and motivation.</li> <li>Build knowledge and internal training tools withing the team.</li> </ul> <h2>Qualifications</h2> <strong>To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:</strong> <ul> <li><st